What’s happening in Year 5

5CORE1

In Interdisciplinary lessons students have been researching sustainable initiatives from around the world. The class worked in groups to research and broaden their understanding of sustainability.  The girls then presented their findings to the class. 

Alison Di Ciaccio
Year 5 Teacher

5CORE2

During Science lessons Year 5 have been developing their skills in the laboratory using a variety of equipment to take measurements. The students measured the mass of a plastic bug, the height, width and length of a test tube holder, the time it takes to drop a balloon and a feather from a set height, as well as measuring the volume of liquids. They then calculated the average of all the results and are looking forward to examining the results more closely next lesson.

Wendy Anetter
Year 5 Teacher

5CORE3

During English lessons, Year 5 has been reading the book Songbird by Ingrid Laguna. Throughout the term they have been developing their understanding of characterisation and narrative whilst reading and applying it to their own writing. We finally finished reading the book and it was a suspenseful finish with such a great effort within their reading. Here are some of the students’ reviews on the book with focus on the resolution:

I loved the resolution because the whole class was waiting for a happy ending and we finally got it! Which we loved!
Alexis D

I loved the resolution because we expected Jamila’s uncle to arrive in Australia, but in fact her uncle AND father arrived!
Laura T

I loved the resolution because it was a happy moment for Jamila and everyone reading the book, we all felt relieved.
Zara Z

Bryony Watkins
Year 5 Teacher

Year 5 Kostakis

In Maths, Year 5 Kostakis took their learning outdoors! Using trundle wheels, they measured the hockey field and worked together to find its perimeter. This hands-on activity was a fantastic way to link their maths unit on length to real-world applications.

Tayla Kostakis
Year 5 Teacher